Charles was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having served his country with honor for 13 years, including during the Vietnam War. His service was one of his greatest sources of pride, and he carried the spirit of the Marines with him throughout his life. After his honorable discharge, Charles remained dedicated to supporting fellow veterans. He was an active member of the Marine Corps League of New Iberia and the Vietnam Veterans of Lafayette.
He especially loved participating in Toys for Tots with the Marine Corps League, bringing joy to children and continuing to serve his community long after his military career. Beyond his service, Charles deeply loved his family. His children, grandchildren, and partner were his world, and he took immense pride in every one of them.
He will be remembered for his unwavering patriotism, his sense of duty, and the deep love he shared with those closest to him.
Charles is survived by his son Christopher Norman (Donna); his daughters Michelle Grow and Claudia Norman; his mother Effie Talley; his sisters Karen Bourque (Bobby), Trudy Rousse, and Katherine Bourque; his partner Cheryl Reaux; his grandchildren Breigh Begnaud, Parker Perez, Brayton Grow, Charlee Mier, Taylor Norman, Gavin Reaux, and D.J. Reaux; and Daniel Reaux and Jude Reaux who he treated as if they were his own sons.
He was preceded in death by his father Charles Norman, Sr., and his granddaughter Demi Perez.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Evangeline Funeral Home in New Iberia. A rosary will be prayed at 6:00 PM by the Men’s Rosary Group. The Marine Corps League will give a presentation at 7:00 pm. Visitation will resume on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, from 8:00 AM until the time of service.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, with Fr. Garrett Savoie officiating.
Interment will be held at a later date.
Pallbearers will be members of the Marine Corps League. Honorary pallbearers will be Myles Rousse and Mark Rousse.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Marine Corps League Detachment 811 421 Dodson St. New Iberia, La 70563
Arrangements are under the direction of Evangeline Funeral Home of New Iberia.
